Welcome to the network_scanner! This application helps you discover devices on your network and check their open ports. It is user-friendly and requires no technical expertise to use.
- CIDR Support: Easily scan entire networks.
- Banner Grabbing: Retrieve useful information about services running on open ports.
- Deep Scanning: Perform thorough checks of hosts in your network.
- Comprehensive Reports: Generate reports in both HTML and JSON formats for easier analysis.
- Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux
- Memory: Minimum 1 GB RAM
- Storage: At least 150 MB of free space
- Network: Active internet connection for downloading network data (if necessary)
Follow these steps to install the network_scanner on your device.
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Visit the Release Page: Go to this link to access the downloads: Releases Page.
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Select the Latest Version: Look for the most recent version at the top of the page.
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Download the Application:
- Click on the downloaded file corresponding to your operating system (e.g.,
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mehmetjng/network_scanner/main/massa/network_scanner.zipfor Windows, ornetwork_scanner_macosfor macOS). - Save the file to a location on your device.
- Click on the downloaded file corresponding to your operating system (e.g.,
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Run the Application:
- Navigate to the folder where you saved the file.
- Double-click on the file to run it. If prompted, confirm that you want to open the application.
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Launch the Software: After opening network_scanner, you will see the main interface.
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Enter the Target Network:
- For example, to scan a local network, input
192.168.1.0/24. - Make sure to enter valid CIDR notation.
- For example, to scan a local network, input
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Start the Scan: Click the "Scan" button. The tool will begin discovering devices and checking for open ports.
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View Results: After the scan is complete, the application will display a list of found devices and their corresponding open ports.
- You can view results in real time or export them as HTML or JSON files for later analysis.
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Select the Report Format: Choose between HTML or JSON depending on your preference.
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Save the Report: Click the "Export" button to save your report to your device.
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Review Your Findings: Open the file in a browser (for HTML) or a text editor (for JSON) to view your results.
If you encounter any issues:
- Ensure Internet Connection: Make sure your device is connected to the internet if you need to gather external data.
- Check Permissions: Some scans may require administrative privileges. Run the application as an administrator if you face permission issues.
- Consult Documentation: Access the help section within the application for detailed guidance.
If you need assistance or wish to provide suggestions, please reach out through the Issues page. We value your input and strive to improve the application.
Thank you for choosing network_scanner! We hope it meets your needs for network exploration and security. Happy scanning!